Gardner’s Finance Committee Approves Key Financial Transfers Amidst Health Insurance Concerns

Overview: During the recent Gardner Finance Committee meeting, the committee approved a financial transfer of $10,867.80, aimed at securing interim auditing services for the city. Additionally, discussions highlighted ongoing concerns about rising health insurance claims, driven by specialty prescriptions and elective surgeries.

Gardner Finance Committee Reviews Landfill Funding and Property Surplus Amid Budget Transfers

Overview: The Gardner Finance Committee meeting on November 25, 2025, addressed financial matters, including appropriations for landfill management, property surplus designations, and budget reallocations. The committee deliberated on a range of fiscal proposals.

Gardner Finance Committee Deliberates on Middle School Roof, Police Body Cameras, and City Budget Adjustments

Overview: In a meeting held on October 1st, 2025, the Gardner Finance Committee tackled budgetary decisions and project authorizations, notably approving a borrowing proposal for the Gardner Middle School roof replacement and discussing the introduction of police body cameras. The committee also examined various funding reallocations, technology investments in schools, and operational budgets for the upcoming fiscal year.

Gardner Finance Committee Deliberates on Surplus Property and Intermunicipal Agreements

Overview: At the Gardner Finance Committee meeting on September 10, 2025, discussions centered around the leasing and sale of surplus city properties and an intermunicipal agreement for veteran services. The meeting addressed the financial implications of these decisions, highlighting the committee’s efforts to balance commercial interests with community needs.

Gardner Finance Committee Advances Proposal to Revise City Employee Compensation Structure

Overview: In a recent Gardner Finance Committee meeting, officials debated a proposed amendment to the city’s personnel compensation schedule for non-union employees. The amendment aims to promote internal advancement and retention by establishing a revised salary structure, encouraging employees with a minimum of five years of service to qualify for promotional opportunities.